Description
A quick and flavorful mashed chickpea salad combining creamy chickpeas with fresh vegetables and herbs, perfect for a light meal or snack. This versatile dish can be used as a spread, dip, or sandwich filling, offering a healthy and protein-rich alternative to traditional salads.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Base
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt or vegan mayo
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Vegetables & Herbs
- 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup dill pickle or cucumber, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill or parsley, chopped
Seasonings
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional: pinch of garlic powder or smoked paprika
Instructions
- Mash Chickpeas: Place the chickpeas in a medium bowl and mash them with a fork or potato masher until chunky but spreadable, ensuring a nice texture with small pieces throughout.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Stir in the Greek yogurt (or vegan mayo), Dijon mustard, and fresh lemon juice into the mashed chickpeas until the mixture is creamy and evenly mixed.
- Add Vegetables and Herbs: Mix in the finely chopped celery, red onion, dill pickle or cucumber, and fresh herbs like dill or parsley, distributing them evenly for fresh crunch and flavor.
- Season: Season the salad with salt, black pepper, and optionally a pinch of garlic powder or smoked paprika, adjusting to taste for a balanced flavor.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and develop fully.
- Serve: Enjoy the mashed chickpea salad spread on toast, inside wraps or lettuce cups, or use it as a tasty dip with crackers or fresh veggies.
Notes
- You can substitute Greek yogurt with vegan mayo to make the salad vegan.
- Adjust the amount of lemon juice and mustard to your taste preferences for tanginess and sharpness.
- The salad tastes better after chilling as the flavors meld and intensify.
- Use dill pickle for a tangier flavor or cucumber for a milder, fresher taste.
- Serve chilled for best texture and flavor.
